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Synthesia vs OpusClip
Make videos with AI presenters from a script: training, explainers and product videos. Turns long videos into short clips for TikTok, Reels and Shorts automatically.
| Synthesia | OpusClip | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Basic: $0. Starter: $14 a month billed yearly ($19 monthly). Pro: $59 a month billed yearly ($89 monthly). | Free: $0. Starter: $15 a month (monthly only). Pro: $29 monthly or $14.50 a month billed annually. |
| Free plan | Yes. Basic plan with 500 credits a month. | Yes. Free forever plan with limited credits. |
| Best for | Staff training and how-to videos without filming. | Anyone filming talks, podcasts or how-tos who wants short social clips. |
| Watch out for | Credits limit how much video you make. | Credits are used per minute of video processed. |
| UK notes | London-founded company; priced in US dollars. | Priced in US dollars. |
| Made by | Synthesia | Opus |
| Checked | 2026-10-14 | 2026-10-14 |
Our verdict
For most small UK businesses starting out, OpusClip is the easier first pick because its entry plan costs less. Pick Synthesia instead if this sounds like you: staff training and how-to videos without filming.
UK price difference
Cheapest paid plans: Synthesia $19 (Starter, per month ($14 billed yearly)); OpusClip $15 (Starter, per month). OpusClip is $4 a month cheaper at entry level, though billing terms differ. Check on the provider page whether VAT is included before you buy.
Who should pick which?
- Choose Synthesia for: staff training and how-to videos without filming.
- Choose OpusClip for: anyone filming talks, podcasts or how-tos who wants short social clips.
Both have a free plan, so the simplest test is to try each on a real job for a week. Prices change, so check the provider's page before buying.
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